HYPOGLYCEMIA: Caused when a pets blood sugar drops significantly below normal levels. Often a reaction to stress, excitement, or over-activity may be the cause. Very common in the small toy breeds. It may be inherited or simply a result of the bodys internal organs developing a little more slowly than normal.
SIGNS:
Loss of energy.
Becomes more quiet than normal.
Shivering.
Wobbly, cannot stand.
Semi-comatose or comatose (sleepy).
Subnormal body temperature.
Fainting spells in older dogs, particularly during exercise.
TREATMENT:
IV Injections of Glucose would use replacement of the blood sugar.
Recovery is usually very rapid.
HOME THERAPY: (when you think an attack is on the verge of happening)
2-3cc Karo Syrup, Honey, or Sugar Water/5 pounds body weight.
Keep Warm.
Limit Exercise.
Have examined by veterinarian to insure there are no other causes.
PREVENTION PRECAUTIONS:
All newly arrived puppies, especially toy breeds, should have honey, light Karo Syrup daily.
Feed high quality puppy/kitten foods.
Monitor food intake to be sure consuming enough food to meet normal body.
Requirements.
• Monitor pets with vomiting and/or diarrhea very closely.
• Notify the Veterinarian if you see any of the following signs:
• Seizures persist or become more severe.
• Seizures in the absence of exercise or stress.
• Your pet drinks more water or urinates more frequently.
• Your pet begins to lose weight.
